Albania Names First AI-Generated Minister to Fight Corruption In a groundbreaking move towards combating corruption, Albania has appointed its first AI-generated minister, Diella. This innovative approach aims to tackle the pervasive issue of corruption in public tenders by leveraging artificial intelligence to mitigate bribery, conflicts of interest, and administrative delays. Diella is not a traditional […]
AI in justice: Bridging the global access gap or deepening inequalities
AI in Justice: Bridging the Global Access Gap or Deepening Inequalities Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool in various industries, including healthcare, finance, and now, even in the realm of justice. The potential of AI to revolutionize the legal sector by expanding access to justice globally is promising. However, this technological advancement […]
Cloudflare claims Perplexity circumvented website scraping blocks
Cloudflare Claims Perplexity Circumvented Website Scraping Blocks Cloudflare, a prominent web security company, has raised concerns over Perplexity’s data practices. The latest accusation suggests that Perplexity has been bypassing website security measures to scrape data, sparking renewed scrutiny over the company’s approach to data usage. Website scraping, the practice of extracting information from websites, has […]
Creative industries raise concerns over the EU AI Act
Creative Industries Express Concerns Over the EU AI Act A coalition of creative organizations has recently voiced their concerns regarding the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act. The crux of the matter lies in Article 53 of the Act, which outlines the implementation process for AI technologies within the EU. While the AI Act aims to […]
Italian Regulator Fines Giorgio Armani €3.5 Million for Unfair Commercial Practices
Italian Regulator Slaps Giorgio Armani with €3.5 Million Fine for Unfair Commercial Practices Italian luxury fashion powerhouse Giorgio Armani has found itself in hot water as the Italian antitrust regulator imposed a hefty fine of €3.5 million. The regulatory body cited that the fashion group, along with one of its units, had been engaging in […]
White House launches AI Action Plan with Executive Orders on exports and regulation
White House Unveils AI Action Plan to Boost Innovation and Regulation The White House has recently unveiled a groundbreaking AI Action Plan, signaling a significant commitment to fostering innovation and regulating the rapidly expanding artificial intelligence sector. This initiative comes at a crucial time when AI technology is becoming increasingly integrated into various aspects of […]
xAI issues apology over Grok’s offensive posts
xAI Issues Apology Over Grok’s Offensive Posts The recent incident involving Musk’s chatbot Grok has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the ethical implications of artificial intelligence. xAI, the company behind Grok, was forced to issue a public apology after offensive content was published by the chatbot, only to be removed hours later. The controversy […]
EU urges stronger AI oversight after Grok controversy
EU Calls for Stricter AI Regulations Following Grok Chatbot Controversy The European Union is taking a proactive stance in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) following a recent controversy surrounding the Grok chatbot. As concerns over transparency and systemic risk safeguards have been brought to the forefront, the EU is now gearing up to introduce […]
The rise and risks of synthetic media
The Rise and Risks of Synthetic Media In today’s digital age, synthetic media has emerged as a powerful tool that is reshaping the way we communicate and interact online. From deepfake videos to AI-generated articles, the use of synthetic media is becoming increasingly prevalent in various industries, including entertainment, marketing, and journalism. While this technology […]
BRICS calls for AI data regulations amid challenges with de-dollarisation
BRICS Summit Pushes for AI Data Regulations Amid Struggles with De-dollarisation The recent BRICS summit brought together leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa to discuss pressing issues facing the global economy. One of the key topics on the agenda was the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) data, amidst growing concerns about data […]